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Home My WebLink About2002-01-16 PACKET 04.C.R�QUEST OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION COUNCIL AGENDA MEETING ITEM # DATE 1 /16/02 . � • PREPARED BY: Community Development Kim Lindquist ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT STAFF AUTHOR ************************************************ COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST Consider approving a variance to permit construction of a 156 square foot detached accessory structure between the front property line and the principal structure at 8171 River Acres Road. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Adopt the resolution approving a variance to permit construction of a detached accessory structure in front of the principal structure at 8171 River Acres Road. ADVISORY COMMISSION ACTION DATE 12/17/01 REVIEWED ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ APPROVED � ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ DENIED ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ � PLANNING ❑ PUBLIC SAFETY ❑ PUBLIC WORKS ❑ PARKS AND RECREATION ❑ HUMAN SERVICES/RIGHTS ❑ ECONOMIC DEV. AUTHORITY ❑ SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS � MEMO/LETTER: Memo from John McCool dated 1/9/02 � RESOLUTION: Draft ❑ ORDINANCE: ❑ ENGINEERING RECOMMENDATION: ❑ LEGAL RECOMMENDATION: � OTHER: 1) Staff report and exhibits 2) Excerpt from unapproved minutes of the Planning Commission meeting on 12/17/02 ADMINISTRATORS COMMENTS � A � � /G� �/a. City Administrator Date ************************************************ COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: dAPPROVED ❑ DE IED ❑ OTHER � . �� .-, � MEMORANDUM TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator FROM: John McCool, Senior Planner DATE: January 9, 2002 RE: Accessory Structure Variance for Maynard Wellman, 8171 River Acres Road Introduction The applicant is requesting approval of a variance to permit construction of a detached acces- sory structure (156 square feet) between the front property line and the principal structure. The reason for the request is because the property also fronts on the Mississippi River, and from an access and aesthetic perspective the structure should be located on the north side of the principal structure. A variance for a larger accessory garage was previously approved for the site. Discussion The Planning Commission reviewed the item at their December meeting and unanimously rec- ommended approval of the request. The applicant was present and had nothing to add to the staff report. No one spoke for or against the item during the public hearing; however, staff had received a letter in support of the request from a neighbor at 8222 River Acres Road. The DNR also forwarded a letter because the property is located in the Critical Area and governed by the additional regulations. The proposal is not inconsistent with the Critical Area regulations and no variance from those standards is necessary. There have been other incidences where staff has supported a variance of this nature. Often support is based upon the size of the lot and or the distance of the principal structure from the front property line. While this situation is different, the presence of the River clearly makes the proposal unique. In recognition that other properties have similarly sited accessory structures, and due to the other city policies relating to the River, staff and the Planning Commission sup- port the request. Conclusion There are two options available to the City Council for disposition of the request: Approve the request. Planning staff supports the variance application relating to the front yard setback requirements because the existing dwelling is approximately 122 feet from the Mayor, City Council, and Ryan Schroeder Jat�uary 9, 2002 Page 2 of 2 front property line and about 120 feet from the Mississippi River. Placement of the proposed accessory structure in the rear yard would obstruct the view of the river from the house, addi- tional trees would have to be removed, and would appear to violate the minimum 100-foot setback from the normal water elevation of the River. Deny the request. Contrary to similar applications previously approved by the City, the vari- ance application could be denied because the property already has an accessory building in the front yard area. Because City ordinance would allow another accessory building on the property so long as it is less than 160 square feet, it is not recommended that this option be approved. Recommendation Adopt the draft resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 02-XXX A RESOLUTION APPROVING AVARIANCE TO TITLE 11-3-3, ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, OF THE CITY CODE TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A 156 SQUARE FOOTACCESSORY STRUCTURE IN FRONT OF THE PRINCIPAL STRUCTURE AT 8171 RIVER ACRES ROAD WHEREAS, Maynard Wellman has applied for a variance from Title 11-3-3, Accessory Structures, of the City Code to allow construction of a 156 square foot accessory structure in front of the principal structure on the property legally described as: Lot 9, Houses River Acres, Cottage Grove, Washington County, State of Minnesota. Commonly known as 8171 River Acres Road, Cottage Grove, Washington County, State of Minnesota. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Cottage Grove held a public hear- ing and reviewed the applications at their meeting on December 17, 2001; and WHEREAS, a planning staff report was information on the property and the application actions by the City; and prepared and presented, which detailed specific request, the ordinance criteria, and past related WHEREAS, the public hearing was open for public testimony. The applicant was present at the meeting; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the criteria and findings established by the Zoning Ordinance for granting a variance. A summary of this criteria is as follows: 1) It must be determined that there are unique conditions that apply to the structure or land in question that do not generally apply to other land or structures in the same district; 2) That granting a variance must not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant but must be nec- essary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty from the City's ordinance; and 3) Granting the variance must not impair health, safety, comfort, or morals or in any respect, or be contrary to the intent of the Zoning Ordinance or the Comprehensive Plan. The City may impose conditions and safeguards in granting any variance. Resolution No. 02-�;XX Page 2 of 3 WHEREAS, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended to the City Council that the variance shall be granted. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota, hereby approves the variances Title 11-3-3, Accessory Struc- tures, of the City Code to allow construction of a 156 square foot accessory structure in front of the principal structure on the property legally described above. Granting of this variance is based upon the following findings of fact: A. The proposed accessory structure cannot be built in the side yards of the princi- pal structure without removing additional trees and reducing the minimum side yard requirements. B. If the proposed accessory structure were constructed on the sides or River side of the principal dwelling, it would be inconsistent with the Critical Overlay District guidelines relative to the preservation of scenic views from the River. C. Variances to front yard setback requirements for accessory structures have been granted to other properties in this particular neighborhood (House's Island View and House's River Acre subdivisions) that have similar property characteristics (i.e.; lot size, layout, etc.). D. The provisions of the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Overlay District were considered, and it was determined that the proposed accessory structure will not adversely impact any of the criteria listed in Title 11-15 of the City Codes. E. The new 12-foot by 13-foot accessory building will be farther away from the front property line than the setback for the existing 24-foot by 32-foot accessory build- ing that is located in the northwest corner of the site, which previously received a variance. F. This property and other neighboring properties are zoned R-4, Low Density Resi- dential and either have frontage along the Mississippi River or are situated along a bluff elevation overlooking the River. Residential structures in this particular neighborhood were placed on the lot to take advantage of the river view. For these reasons, the property has unique conditions that would not generally apply to other areas zoned R-4 in the City. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the approval of the variance is subject to the following conditions: The applicant must receive a building permit to complete the construction of the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure and pay double the building permit fee amount for beginning construction without a building permit. All applicable in- spections should be completed before continued construction of the structure. 2. The proposed accessory structure's floor elevation shall be a minimum of 700 feet above mean sea level as established by Title 11-12-2(B) of the City Codes. Resolution No. 02-�;XX Page 3 of 3 3. The exterior materials and color for the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory building shall be consistent with exterior materials and color used for the existing 24-foot by 32-foot accessory structure and home located on this property. Passed this 16th day of January, 2002. Sandra Shiely, Mayor Attest: Caron M. Stransky, City Clerk STAFF REPORT CASE: V01-083 ITEM: 6.1 PUBLIC MEETING DATE: 12/17/01 TENTATIVE COUNCIL REVIEW DATE: 1/16/02 APPLICATION APPLICANT: REQUEST: Maynard Wellman A variance to Title 11-3-3B of the City Code to allow construction of a 156 square foot accessory structure in front of the principal structure. SITE DATA LOCATION: ZONING: CONTIGUOUS LAND USE: NORTH: EAST: SOUTH: WEST: SIZE: DENSITY: 8171 River Acres Road R-4, Low Density Residential Residential Residential River Residential Accessory structure = 156 square feet (12' X 13') N/A RECOMMENDATION Approval, subject to the conditions stipulated in this staff report. 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This accessory structure is 74 feet south of the front property line and 16 feet from the east property line. The building is 16 feet in height and is the second accessory structure on the property. A site plan depicting the general layout of the property is shown in Exhibit A. Background A building permit was issued on February 16, 1973, for the construction of the 38-foot by 48-foot dwelling. A 32-foot by 28-foot addition to the home was constructed in 1982. On November 4, 1987, the City Council granted a variance from the front yard setback require- ment for a 24-foot by 32-foot (768 square feet) accessory building to be placed closer to the front lot line than the principal structure. This structure was constructed in 1993. On October 23, 2001, the Building Division received a building permit application and construc- tion plans from Mr. Wellman. A building permit was not issued because the size of the building (12 feet by 14 feet) exceeded the 160 square foot limitation in order to have a second accessory structure on the property and that it was located in the front yard. Planning staff discussed this matter with Mr. Wellman on October 29, 2001. Mr. Wellman decided to reduce the building's size to 12 feet by 13 feet and file a variance application Planning Considerations Ordinance Criteria The property is zoned R-4, Low Density Residential District and is not served with city sanitary sewer or water. Because the dwelling is served with an individual sewage treatment system (ISTS), city ordinance requires the lot area to be a minimum of 1.5 acres of land. The parcel is 100 feet wide with an average depth of 279.8 feet. This about .64 of an acre in size. The lot size is considered an existing non-conformity. Title 11-3-3, Accessory Structures, limits properties zoned R-4 to have only one accessory struc- ture not exceeding 850 square feet. The ordinance does allow one additional accessory structure so long as it does not exceed 160 square feet in size. With the exception to the variance applica- Planning Staff Report — Cases V01-83 December 17, 2001 Page 2 of 4 tion relating to placing an accessory structure nearer to the front property line than the principal structure, the proposed 12-foot by13-foot accessory structure does comply with city ordinances. The property is also located within the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Overlay District. When considering a proposal for a variance or other applications within this Overlay District, the Planning Commission and City Council shall address the following items in making their decision: 1. Preserving the scenic and recreational resources of the river corridor, especially in regard to the view from and use of the Mississippi River. 2. The maintenance of safe and healthful conditions. 3. The prevention and control of water pollution, including sedimentation. 4. The location of the site with respect to floodways, floodplains, slopes and blufflines. 5. The erosion potential of the site based on degree and direction of slope, soil type, and vegetative cover. 6. Potential impact on game and fish habitat. 7. Location of the site with respect to existing or future access roads. 8. The amount of wastes to be generated and the adequacy of the proposed disposal systems. 9. The anticipated demand for police, fire, medical, and school services and facilities. 10. The compatibility of the proposed development with uses on adjacent land. The City's Zoning Ordinance also requires that certain criteria and findings be met before granting a variance (Title 11-2-7). A summary of the criteria established in Title 11-2-7 is described in Ex- hibit B. The applicanYs response to these criteria is shown in Exhibit C. Property Characteristics This property at 8171 River Acres Road is a wooded lot that has 100 feet of frontage along the public roadway and approximately 111.7 feet along the bank of the Mississippi River. A 24-foot by 32-foot accessory structure exists at the northwest corner of the property and is approximately 32 feet from the property's front property line and 6 feet from the west property line. The single family dwelling is centrally located on the lot. The ISTS is located at the northeast corner of the home and south side of the proposed 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure. The private well servicing the home is located south of the southeast corner of the property. The walls and roof have already been constructed for this 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure. Windows, door, and roofing materials have not yet been installed. This work was perFormed with- out a building permit and no building inspections were done. If the variance is granted by the City, the property owner must obtain a building permit for this structure and pay twice the regular amount. The double-fee is consistent with the building enforcement procedures for construction without a valid building permit. Neighborhood Characteristics The majority of the homes in this general area were built between 1960 and 1975. Homes on the south side of 113th Street and River Acres Road (former0ly named 115th Street) were con- structed toward the rear portion of the properties so residents could take advantage of the scenic view of the Mississippi River. Because the lots are relatively narrow, many of the side yards next to the dwellings are narrow and generally wooded, thus making it impractical to place an acces- sory structure in the side or rear yard area. Planning Staff Report — Cases V01-83 Dec�mber 17, 2001 Page 3 of 4 There are approximately 67 homes along 113th Street and River Acres Road. Of these 67 resi- dential lots, 19 accessory structures (28 percent) exist in front of the principal structure. Of these 19 accessory structures, staff found that only seven properties had a filed variance application. All seven variance applications were approved by the City. Planning staff assumes that all other ac- cessory buildings either pre-dated City ordinances and are non-conforming or were constructed in violation of City ordinances. Residential dwellings exist on both sides of the applicant's property and have similar front yard setbacks. Property along the east side of Mr. Wellman's property has an accessory structure closer to River Acres Road, but the residential property along the west side does not have an accessory structure. Mississippi National River and Recreation Area Notice of this variance application was forwarded to the National Park Service on November 27, 2001. A response has not yet been received specifically for Mr. Wellman's variance application, but they had commented on another application in 1997 (Richard Dunbar, 8285 River Acres Road) that the request was compatible to the comprehensive management plan for the MNRRA and the applicant's proposal would not be detrimental to blufflines and views of the river corridor. Conclusion There are two options available to the Planning Commission and City Council for disposition of the request: Approve the request. Planning staff supports the variance appfication relating to the front yard setback requirements because the existing dwelling is approximately 122 feet from the front property line and about 120 feet from the Mississippi River. Placement of the proposed accessory structure in the rear yard would obstruct the view of the river from the house, additional trees would have to be removed, and would appear to violate the minimum 100-foot setback from the normal water elevation of the River. Deny the request. Contrary to similar applications previously approved by the City, the variance application could be denied because the property already has an accessory building in the front yard area. Because City ordinance would allow another accessory building on the property so long as it is less than 160 square feet, it is not recommended that this option be approved. Recommendation Planning staff recommends granting a variance to Title 11-2-7 of the City Codes to allow con- struction of a 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure to be located closer to River Acres Road than the setback of Mr. Wellman's home. This recommendation is based on the following facts that support this variance application: The proposed accessory structure cannot be built in the side yards of the principal struc- ture without removing additional trees and reducing the minimum side yard requirements. If constructed on the sides or River side of the principal dwelling, it would be inconsistent with the Critical Overlay District guidelines relative to the preservation of scenic views from the River. Planning Staff Report — Cases V01-83 December 17, 2001 Page 4 of 4 2. Variances to front yard setback requirements for accessory structures have been granted to other properties in this particular neighborhood (House's Island View and House's River Acre subdivisions) that have similar property characteristics (i.e. lot size, layout, etc.). The findings of fact to other variance applications are similar to Mr. Wellman's situation. 3. The provisions of the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Overlay District were consid- ered and it was determined that the proposed accessory structure will not adversely impact any of the criteria listed in Title 11-15 of the City Codes. 4. The new 12foot by 13-foot accessory building will be farther away from the front property line than the existing setback for the existing 24-foot by 32-foot accessory building that is located in the northwest corner of the site. 5. This property and other neighboring properties are zoned R-4, Low Density Residential and either have frontage along the Mississippi River or are situated along a bluff elevation overlooking the River. Residential structures in this particular neighborhood were placed on the lot to take advantage of the river view. For these reasons, the property has unique conditions that would not generally apply to other areas zoned R-4 in the City. Granting of the variance to Title 11-2-7 of the City Codes is subject to the following: The applicant must receive a building permit to complete the construction of the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure and pay double the building permit fee amount for beginning construction without a building permit and building inspections for the work already per- formed. 2. The proposed accessory structure's floor elevation shall be a minimum of 700 feet above mean sea level as established by Title 11-12-2(B) of the City Codes. 3. The exterior materials and color for the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory building shall be consistent with exterior materials and color used for the existing 24-foot by 32-foot ac- cessory structure and home located on this property. 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The effect of the proposed variance upon the Comprehensive Plan and on the character and development of the neighborhood is not . That granting of such variance from the strict application of the provisions of the City's Zoning Ordinance so as to relieve such difficulties or hardship to the degree considered reasonable without impairing the intent and purpose of the Zoning Ordinance and the - Comprehensive Plan. 2. Granting of the variance will not in any respect be contrary to or detrimental upon the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community or injurious to other land or improvements in the neighborhood in which the parcel of land is located. 3. The particular physical surroundings, shape or topographical conditions of the specific parcel of land involved cause a particular hardship to the owner, as distinguished from a mere inconvenience, if the strict letter of the regulation were to be carried out. There are unique conditions that apply to the structure or land in questions that do not apply generally to other structures or land in the same zoning district. 4. The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, will not increase the congestion of the public streets, will not endanger the public safety or will not diminish or impair property value within the neighborhood. 5. The conditions upon which a petition for a variation is based are unique to the parcel of land for which the variance is sought and not generally applicable to other property within the same zoning classification. 6. The alleged difficulty or hardship must be caused by this article and not by any person presently having an interest in the parcel of land. The City may impose conditions and safeguards in granting any variance. EXHIBIT C ORDINANCE CR(TERIA — In order to aid in the application review process, piease give a DETAILED response to the following criteria. Your abiiiiy to meet these findings are what the Planning Commission and City Councii are required, in part, to base their review on, so be specific. in order to grant a variance, ail of the following findings must be met: A. There are unique conditions that apply to the structure or land in question that do not apply generally to other structures or land in the same zoning district. Please the conditions that are unique. a i i r � ,� - - - i Ir i i - r - � .� �il � � t r i .r � / ♦ � C. Granting the variance must neither impair the public health, safety, comfort, or morals in any respect, nor be contrary to the intent of the Zoning Ordinance or the Comprehensive Plan. Please identify any potential impact the requested variance may have. ApplicanYs Signature Owner's Date � o � Date i�-i9-oi The granting of a variance must not merely se►ve as a convenience to the applicant, but must be necessary ta alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty. 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[r� v. u. .�. w � � � r � �. �� . w� •�. �� .� � � w . •�a � : sa ^�� _ �- �. � �� e... ..�.. r -+i � ..... w ) � � i � �� ..�� -�� w �5 T � � � � � _ � � � ' . � -� � � � � � � � � � u � � " d � � U �!- � � , 0 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � > � � 0 3 �^ � ; � � a� v � 0 �: �� 0 0 � . � � � � r � , v� I � _ .J I � ` 1 . ` t � � � . � � M � �� `� r �� 's �_ � � ; �c \ �+G � . � � � �a . � o� � � �� k � � � .�� .- � v c� , � � p � � e .. �lS � , �, , : ' � � ► -, �_ _';t -- --- i � � ''s � �� \ � '�� u � � �� ' < a� � `w � e� � V � � � � �� 3� � EXCERPT FROM UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON DECEMBER 17, 2001 6.1 CASE V01-083 Maynard Wellman has applied for a variance to allow construction of a 156 square foot accessory structure in front of the principal structure at 8171 River Acres Road. McCool summarized the staff report and recommended approval subject to the conditions stipulated in the staff report. Maynard Wellman, 8171 River Acres Road, stated that he had no comments but would answer any questions from the Commission. There were none. Willhite opened the public hearing. Lindquist noted that a letter was received from Tony Wollschlager, 8222 River Acres Road, stating that he had no problems with the proposed structure. No one spoke. Willhite closed the public hearing. Hudnut moved to approve the application subject to the conditions listed below. Bailey seconded. 1. The applicant must receive a building permit to complete the construction of the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory structure and pay double the building permit fee amount for beginning construction without a building permit and building inspections for the work already performed. 2. The proposed accessory structure's floor elevation shall be a minimum of 700 feet above mean sea level as established by Title 11-12-2(B) of the City Codes. 3. The exterior materials and color for the 12-foot by 13-foot accessory building shall be consistent with exterior materials and color used for the existing 24-foot by 32-foot accessory structure and home located on this property. Motion was unanimously approved.